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Susan Smith, who drowned her sons in 1994, is up for parole. Here's what to know.

Susan Smith is applying for parole after serving 30 years for the murders of her two sons, a case that gained national attention.

Mass. man paroled 37 years after killing classmate

Rod Matthews has been granted parole after 37 years in prison for murdering his classmate Shaun Ouillette at age 14.

Former LAPD detective who murdered her ex-lover's wife, hid crime for decades remains behind bars

Stephanie Lazarus denied parole, reiterating the seriousness of her 1986 murder conviction, and she awaits future hearings.

Parole for killer of Monterey County toddler upheld by board

David Leonardo, convicted of murdering 2-year-old Priscilla Hernandez, was granted parole despite opposition citing lack of remorse and manipulation.

Oscar Pistorius, Olympic Athlete Convicted of Murder, Will Be Released on Parole

Oscar Pistorius, the former Olympic sprinter convicted of murdering his girlfriend, will be released on parole.
Pistorius was granted parole based on serving half of his 15-year sentence and meeting the requirements for parole.
Pistorius will be released on Jan. 5, 2023.

Man pleads guilty to stabbing roommate to death to take her car in Northampton

A man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his roommate to steal her car.

Susan Smith, who drowned her sons in 1994, is up for parole. Here's what to know.

Susan Smith is applying for parole after serving 30 years for the murders of her two sons, a case that gained national attention.

Mass. man paroled 37 years after killing classmate

Rod Matthews has been granted parole after 37 years in prison for murdering his classmate Shaun Ouillette at age 14.

Former LAPD detective who murdered her ex-lover's wife, hid crime for decades remains behind bars

Stephanie Lazarus denied parole, reiterating the seriousness of her 1986 murder conviction, and she awaits future hearings.

Parole for killer of Monterey County toddler upheld by board

David Leonardo, convicted of murdering 2-year-old Priscilla Hernandez, was granted parole despite opposition citing lack of remorse and manipulation.

Oscar Pistorius, Olympic Athlete Convicted of Murder, Will Be Released on Parole

Oscar Pistorius, the former Olympic sprinter convicted of murdering his girlfriend, will be released on parole.
Pistorius was granted parole based on serving half of his 15-year sentence and meeting the requirements for parole.
Pistorius will be released on Jan. 5, 2023.

Man pleads guilty to stabbing roommate to death to take her car in Northampton

A man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his roommate to steal her car.
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Are the Menendez Brothers About to Go Free?

The Menendez brothers' case is gaining renewed attention, questioning their culpability and eligibility for parole after decades in prison.

New LA DA Nathan Hochman speaks out on Menendez brothers' fight for freedom

Incoming DA Nathan Hochman is skeptical of former DA Gascón's motivations for recommending the Menendez brothers' resentencing.

'Monsters' star Cooper Koch breaks silence on Menendez Brothers' resentencing: 'Overwhelmed with gratitude'

The Menendez brothers may be resentenced and become eligible for parole after decades in prison, highlighting themes of redemption and potential release.

Are the Menendez Brothers About to Go Free?

The Menendez brothers' case is gaining renewed attention, questioning their culpability and eligibility for parole after decades in prison.

New LA DA Nathan Hochman speaks out on Menendez brothers' fight for freedom

Incoming DA Nathan Hochman is skeptical of former DA Gascón's motivations for recommending the Menendez brothers' resentencing.

'Monsters' star Cooper Koch breaks silence on Menendez Brothers' resentencing: 'Overwhelmed with gratitude'

The Menendez brothers may be resentenced and become eligible for parole after decades in prison, highlighting themes of redemption and potential release.
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Board blocks parole for LAPD detective serving life for murder of ex-boyfriend's wife

The parole panel has blocked the release of former LAPD Det. Stephanie Lazarus, reversing a prior decision regarding her life sentence for murder.

YFN Lucci Agrees to Plea Deal in Atlanta RICO Case

YFN Lucci has reached a plea deal and agreed to plead guilty to one count of violating the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act.
The murder charge and other counts in the indictment were dismissed with the plea agreement.

Killer Molly Martens now living in rented basement near parents' house as authorities let her finish parole in home state

Molly Martens is under parole supervision in a rented basement near her parents after being released from prison.

Board blocks parole for LAPD detective serving life for murder of ex-boyfriend's wife

The parole panel has blocked the release of former LAPD Det. Stephanie Lazarus, reversing a prior decision regarding her life sentence for murder.

YFN Lucci Agrees to Plea Deal in Atlanta RICO Case

YFN Lucci has reached a plea deal and agreed to plead guilty to one count of violating the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act.
The murder charge and other counts in the indictment were dismissed with the plea agreement.

Killer Molly Martens now living in rented basement near parents' house as authorities let her finish parole in home state

Molly Martens is under parole supervision in a rented basement near her parents after being released from prison.
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#justice-system

Devastated family outraged after drunk driver who decapitated LI flower girl Katie Flynn released from prison

The release of Martin Heidgen after 19 years in prison has caused outrage among the victims' families, highlighting perceived failures in the justice system.

Calif. man who killed 2-year-old girl paroled after 12 years in prison

David Leonardo, sentenced for killing a 2-year-old, is released on parole after 12 years despite protests from the victim's family and local officials.

Devastated family outraged after drunk driver who decapitated LI flower girl Katie Flynn released from prison

The release of Martin Heidgen after 19 years in prison has caused outrage among the victims' families, highlighting perceived failures in the justice system.

Calif. man who killed 2-year-old girl paroled after 12 years in prison

David Leonardo, sentenced for killing a 2-year-old, is released on parole after 12 years despite protests from the victim's family and local officials.
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I know evil seductress Susan Smith well - she should never be let out of prison

Susan Smith remains a manipulative sociopath, seeking parole despite the horrors of her past actions.

Tesla driver who smashed cars with a pipe in incidents of road rage could be paroled early

Nathaniel Radimak, a violent road rage offender, may be released early from prison after serving less than a year of his five-year sentence.
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'Son of Sam' killer David Berkowitz denied parole in 12th attempt

David Berkowitz, also known as the 'Son of Sam' killer, was denied parole for the twelfth time.

Friday Morning Constitutional: SF Man Paroled In Murder Case Involving Toddler

Fatal shooting in Rohnert Park
Parole granted to man in beating death of child

James Bulger killer Jon Venables to remain behind bars after bid for freedom rejected

Jon Venables has lost a Parole Board bid to be freed from jail.
The decision was made based on concerns about the safety of the public and Venables' ability to address outstanding levels of risk.

'Son of Sam' killer David Berkowitz denied parole in 12th attempt

David Berkowitz, also known as the 'Son of Sam' killer, was denied parole for the twelfth time.

Friday Morning Constitutional: SF Man Paroled In Murder Case Involving Toddler

Fatal shooting in Rohnert Park
Parole granted to man in beating death of child

James Bulger killer Jon Venables to remain behind bars after bid for freedom rejected

Jon Venables has lost a Parole Board bid to be freed from jail.
The decision was made based on concerns about the safety of the public and Venables' ability to address outstanding levels of risk.
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Violent homeless man on parole for assault nabbed for punching woman, 72, in random NYC attack: cops

The NYPD caught a violent homeless man, on parole for felony assault, for punching an elderly woman randomly in Brooklyn.

Cop killer who shoved victim from Times Square roof 35 years ago could be free soon

Over 40 cop killers released in NY since 2017
Eddie Matos up for parole after murdering NYPD officer

Violent homeless man on parole for assault nabbed for punching woman, 72, in random NYC attack: cops

The NYPD caught a violent homeless man, on parole for felony assault, for punching an elderly woman randomly in Brooklyn.

Cop killer who shoved victim from Times Square roof 35 years ago could be free soon

Over 40 cop killers released in NY since 2017
Eddie Matos up for parole after murdering NYPD officer
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Convicted killer busted in NYC subway stabbing after getting off parole: cops

Convicted killer arrested for stabbing in Brooklyn subway station.
Prison release and parole details of the convicted killer.

Woman found beaten on Red Line train dies in hospital

A 61-year-old woman found beaten on a CTA red line train has died
The suspect, Mijawon Johnson, was on parole at the time and now faces multiple charges

Michigan Teen Gets Life in Prison for Oxford High School Attack

A Michigan teenager has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing four students and terrorizing others at Oxford High School.
Life sentences for teenagers are rare in Michigan, but the prosecutor argued that it was appropriate in this case.
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